Leader Resources Read in 2 mins Halloween: Children’s Ministry Influencer’s Christian Response With debate about how to respond to Halloween, we asked Ricardo Miller, children’s pastor and ministry influencer, to weigh in. Here’s what he said. Q: What are you doing for… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 7 mins 9 Fabulous Fall Ideas to Use in Your Children’s Ministry Use these 9 ideas to make this your most amazing fall for families, children, and your entire church. Colorful leaves, football, hayrides, apple cider, a return to school, and fuller… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 2 mins 5 Fail-Proof Tips for Fall Family Events At Group, we’ve spent decades trying and testing countless activities with kids and families. Here you’ll find 5 fail-proof tips from our years of discovery to make your fall family… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins Pen Pals: A Friendly Fall Community Outreach Idea As the back-to-school frenzy ebbs and families are settling into some routines, it’s a great time for a fun fall community outreach idea. One that guides kids and their family… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 6 mins How to Successfully Partner with Schools in Your Community Follow this ministry’s lead for partnering with—and blessing—your local schools. Back in June of last year, I was having lunch at our church in New Hope, Minnesota, with six principals… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins Fabulous Fall Craft Ideas for Children’s Ministry Autumn is in the air! Or, at least it soon will be! So get out the glue and roll up your sleeves. It’s time to create fall crafts and have… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 9 mins 8 Great Back-to-School Sunday School Activities to Build Faith Here are 8 great back-to-school Sunday school activities to help kids build a lasting relationship with Jesus this school year. Back to school is a critical time for your Sunday… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 10 mins 24 Wet and Wild Summer Ideas for Children’s Ministry Use these wet and wild summer ideas for your children’s ministry! We’ve got plenty of mix-and-match summer ideas to help you keep kids shrieking in delight with wild, wet fun… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min Family Ministry Outreach: Host a Father’s Day Picnic Invite all families (even those without fathers) to a special Father’s Day Picnic on your church lawn or at a nearby park. Have children make the invitations, menu, and even… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 2 mins 3 Strategies to Keep VBS Visitors Coming Back for More Vacation Bible School (VBS) season is almost here! What can you do to have VBS visitors coming back for more? Keep reading to find out! We hear from children’s ministers… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min Spring + Summer Family Ministry Event: Kite-Flying As the seasons change and we move into warmer—and windier—weather, host a family ministry kite-flying event. Here are some building blocks for putting on this sky-high event. Spring + Summer… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min A Fun-Filled, Kid-Hosted Mother’s Day Meal Let kids take the lead this Mother’s Day! Children from kindergarten up each invite their mother, aunt, grandmother, or another special woman to the meal they prepare! A Fun-Filled, Kid-Hosted… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 2 mins 3 Elementary Activities: Spring Fling Looking for a few new elementary activities to use as the weather warms up? Look no further than these three spring fling ideas! 3 Elementary Activities: Spring Fling 1. Spring… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Earth Day Outreach for All Ages: Cleanup Committee In this Earth Day outreach idea, kids and their families help take care of God’s creation. Scripture: Psalm 24:1 You’ll need: Bible work gloves eco-friendly trash bags Earth Day Outreach… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Bible Activities and Sermons Read in 1 min Easter Outreach Idea for All Ages: Food to Spare Just as Jesus told Peter to “feed [his] lambs,” kids will do just that for their community in this Easter outreach idea. Scripture: John 21:4-6, 12-13, 15-17 You’ll need: Bible… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 2 mins 5 of the Most Effective Church Outreach Event Ideas If you’re looking for the best impact-for-your-effort activities, check out our 5 most effective church event ideas for a strategy that engages families year-round. We found surprising insights in our… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 2 mins Need a New Easter Event? Try This Unique Scavenger Hunt! Use this unique and meaningful scavenger hunt with families to teach the true point of Easter. Easter is the perfect time to celebrate Jesus’ love for us with the families… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min 7 Prayer Stations to Cover Your Community in the New Year As a new year approaches, these seven prayer stations are a great way to invite families to pray for their community and thank God for all his blessings. Prayer Station… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min 5 Christmas Service Ideas Kids (and Their Families!) Can Do One of the most treasured gifts you can give another person is a joyous memory. So this holiday season, we’re giving you five memory-making Christmas service activities that children and… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Leader Resources Read in 1 min 3 Big Ideas to Shine Jesus’ Light During Halloween These three big ideas will help you shine Jesus’ light this Halloween. 3 Big Ideas to Shine Jesus’ Light During Halloween Halloween Idea #1: Make and give treat bags. Help… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
Family Ministry Resources Read in 1 min Build Community This Thanksgiving With a “Thanksgathering” Thanksgiving is supposed to be a time of togetherness and gratefulness. So consider hosting an informal “Thanksgathering” with families at your church. Here’s how! How to Host a “Thanksgathering” Ask… Read More Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email
